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The Clippers head to Houston for a matchup that pits veteran experience against youthful explosiveness. Los Angeles continues to rely on disciplined half‑court execution and defensive versatility, while the Rockets lean on their athletic young core and an energized home crowd.

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Clippers President Addresses Team Trades And Kawhi Leonard’s Future

As the February 5 trade deadline has elapsed, the Clippers look like a much different team than they did a week before the trade deadline. They have traded Ivica Zubac and James Harden, two key pieces of their starting lineup, as they look to continue surging back from an abysmal start to the season.

Darius Garland News / Athlon Sports / February 9

Clippers President Announces Darius Garland Injury Update After Cavs Trade

Los Angeles Clippers coach Ty Lue expressed excitement about having Darius Garland and implementing a new offensive system with the two-time All-Star at point guard.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 9

Clippers Reveal Ben Mathurin & Isaiah Jackson Debut Date

The Los Angeles Clippers have two more games before the All-Star break, both on the road against the Houston Rockets. The Clippers have a chance to enter the break at .500, a record nobody could have thought possible a couple of weeks ago.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 9

Clippers vow to keep fighting for playoffs post-trades, visit Rockets

The Los Angeles Clippers' impressive climb up the Western Conference standings, from 15 games below .500 to a spot squarely in the play-in tournament, outwardly seemed undone by the jettisoning of James Harden and Ivica Zubac at last week's trade deadline.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 9

Kawhi Leonard likely to be a trade target in offseason

Kawhi Leonard is a coveted asset once again, and the Los Angeles Clippers appear likely to be fielding calls on him this summer. The Clippers received “multiple” trade inquiries for Leonard right up to the trade deadline on Thursday, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Wire / February 9

Clippers likely to revisit Kawhi Leonard trade inquiries after season

Kawhi Leonard wasn’t moved at the NBA trade deadline. That doesn’t mean teams didn’t try. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the Clippers received multiple trade inquiries for Leonard in the final hour before Thursday’s deadline, particularly after word spread that Los Angeles had agreed to send Ivica Zubac to Indiana.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / February 9

Kawhi Leonard’s long-term Clippers future gets telling update

Last week, the Clippers traded away James Harden and Ivica Zubac, two players who had been central to their recent success.

Leonard likely to be a trade target in offseason

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Notable update emerges about Pelinka’s job status

Report: Mark Cuban linked to potential purchase of Mavericks

Chris Paul News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 9

Clippers' Chris Paul Disrespect Continues Even After Trading Him

When Chris Paul signed with the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2025 offseason, both sides were hoping for the ideal ending to the storied career of the best player in franchise history.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 9

Clippers' Form & Remaining Schedule Should Make Them Favorites to Make Playoffs

When the Los Angeles Clippers made an unexpected pivot at the trade deadline and moved on from James Harden and Ivica Zubac, many saw it as a death sentence for their season.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hardwood Heroics / February 9

Kawhi Leonard Sends Strong Message After 41-Point Night as Clippers Move On From Harden, Zubac

Kawhi Leonard had one of the best games of his career on Sunday, as the Los Angeles Clippers blew past the Minnesota Timberwolves, 115-96. Leonard took charge and had 41 points, eight rebounds and four steals.

Kawhi Leonard News / The SportsRush / February 9

Kawhi Leonard Explains Clippers’ 'Level-Headed' Approach After Massive Trade Deadline Changes

Kawhi Leonard dropped 41 points against the Minnesota Timberwolves today in a much-needed win for the LA Clippers. It marks the team’s third win since the trade deadline after they made sweeping changes.

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Kawhi Leonard News / Field Level Media / February 8

Kawhi Leonard racks up 41 to lead Clippers to runaway win over Wolves

Kawhi Leonard scored 41 points and grabbed eight rebounds to help the Los Angeles Clippers pull away for a 115-96 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8

Kobe Sanders lands standard contract with Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers upgraded rookie shooting guard Kobe Sanders from a two-way contract to a standard NBA contract on Saturday, confirming his spot on the team’s 15-man roster.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / February 8

Clippers Make 2 Roster Moves, What Does It Mean Going Forward, And When Will Their Recent Additions Make Debut?

The Los Angeles Clippers have miraculously recovered from a franchise-worst start and could be playoff-bound despite trading two starters at the NBA’s trade deadline.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8

Clippers’ biggest 2026 NBA trade deadline mistake

The Los Angeles Clippers’ reset has come at a risky time. They didn’t just make moves at the 2026 NBA trade deadline. The Clippers detonated the foundation of their roster.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / February 7

Kobe Sanders Receives Standard Contract From Clippers

The Clippers have promoted two-way player Kobe Sanders to a standard contract, the team announced (via Twitter). The 23-year-old shooting guard has become a productive member of L.A.’s rotation in his first NBA season.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Stadium Rant / February 7

Too Early Or Just On Time? The Clippers Begin Their Rebuild After Trade Deadline Frenzy

The Los Angeles Clippers have been on a roller coaster for the entire season. The Clippers dropped down to a 6-21 record and then bounced back to a near .500 record by the trade deadline.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 6

Donovan Mitchell believes Cavaliers' 'ceiling is higher' with James Harden

While several players with All-Star appearances on their NBA résumés were traded this week, only one former Most Valuable Player changed teams: James Harden.

Cavs star was 'aware' of James Harden trade conversations with Clippers

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James Harden News / Trade Talk Sports / February 5

“Dude Bounces More than the Ball”: James Harden Traded Yet Again

James Harden has struck again. As one fan wrote on social media, “Dude bounces more than the ball.” Another fan wrote, “I mean, at some point, James needs to take a real good look at himself.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Sixers To Sign Patrick Baldwin Jr. To 10-Day Deal

The Sixers plan to sign free agent forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. to a 10-day contract, according to Derek Bodner of PHLY Sports (Twitter link). The 28th overall pick in the 2022 draft, Baldwin has appeared in 95 regular season games for the Warriors, Wizards, and Clippers since making his NBA debut.